US Treasury Secretary Bessents says cap on credit card interest at 10% for on year would would help allow Americans to recover from past inflation; The spread of mortgages versus Treasuries is the lowest in years

The proposal for a 10% cap on credit card interest is a significant regulatory move aimed at easing financial burdens on consumers as they recover from high inflation.

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US Treasury Secretary Bessents says cap on credit card interest at 10% for on year would would help allow Americans to recover from past inflation; The spread of mortgages versus Treasuries is the lowest in years

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Additionally, the noted narrowing of the mortgage versus Treasury spread indicates a potential shift in borrowing costs which could impact housing market dynamics and consumer financing decisions. This could influence broader market sentiment regarding inflation and monetary policy direction.

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